🍗🍋🌿 Mediterranean Roasted Chicken Legs (2kg Recipe)


Absolutely! Here's a Mediterranean-style chicken leg recipe using 2kg of bone-in chicken legs (drumsticks or leg quarters) — juicy, lemony, herby, and perfect for roasting or grilling.

Serves: ~6–8 people (or 12–14 as part of a buffet)
Time: ~1 hour total (plus marinating)


🧂 Ingredients:

  • 2kg chicken legs (drumsticks, thighs, or leg quarters)

  • 4 tbsp olive oil

  • Juice and zest of 2 lemons

  • 4 garlic cloves, minced

  • 2 tbsp dried oregano

  • 1 tbsp fresh rosemary (or 1 tsp dried)

  • 1 tsp paprika (optional, for color)

  • 1½ tsp sea salt

  • ½ tsp black pepper

  • Optional: ½ tsp chili flakes (for a mild kick)


👨‍🍳 Instructions:

  1. Marinate the chicken:

    • In a large bowl or zip bag, mix olive oil, lemon juice + zest, garlic, herbs, paprika, salt, and pepper.

    • Add chicken legs and coat thoroughly.

    • Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 2 hours (overnight even better).

  2. Preheat oven to 200°C (390°F):

    • Place chicken legs on a lined baking tray, skin side up.

    • Roast for 40–45 minutes, or until golden and cooked through (internal temp 75°C / 165°F).

    • Optional: Grill or broil for the last 5 minutes to crisp the skin.

  3. Rest:

    • Let rest 5–10 minutes before serving.

    • Serve hot or warm with lemon wedges and fresh herbs.


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